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Best 49417 Michigan Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 12 public schools serving 4,898 students in 49417, MI (there are 2 private schools, serving 439 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 49417, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in 49417, MI are Rosy Mound School, Peach Plains School and Robinson School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 49417 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 49417, MI have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).

Best 49417, MI Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rosy Mound School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 1%
14016 Lakeshore Dr
Grand Haven, MI 49417
(616) 850-6700
Gr: PK-4 | 243 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Peach Plains School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
15849 Comstock St
Grand Haven, MI 49417
(616) 850-5800
Gr: PK-4 | 328 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #33.
Robinson School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
11801 120th Ave
Grand Haven, MI 49417
(616) 850-5900
Gr: PK-4 | 223 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #44.
Lakeshore Middle School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
900 Cutler St
Grand Haven, MI 49417
(616) 850-6500
Gr: 7-8 | 733 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #55.
White Pines Intermediate School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
1400 S Griffin St
Grand Haven, MI 49417
(616) 850-6300
Gr: 5-8 | 740 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #66.
Mary A White School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
1400 Wisconsin St
Grand Haven, MI 49417
(616) 850-5700
Gr: PK-4 | 260 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #77.
Grand Haven High School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
17001 Ferris St
Grand Haven, MI 49417
(616) 850-6000
Gr: 9-12 | 1,630 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #88.
Griffin Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
1700 S Griffin St
Grand Haven, MI 49417
(616) 850-5500
Gr: PK-4 | 308 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #99.
Ferry School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
1050 Pennoyer Ave
Grand Haven, MI 49417
(616) 850-5300
Gr: PK-4 | 232 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #1010.
Grand Haven Cyber School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1415 S Beechtree St
Grand Haven, MI 49417
(616) 850-6800
Gr: K-12 | 106 students Student-teacher ratio: 53:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #1111.
Central High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
106 S 6th St
Grand Haven, MI 49417
(616) 850-6800
Gr: 9-12 | 89 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: n/an/a
Career Development School
Alternative School
106 S 6th St
Grand Haven, MI 49417
(616) 850-6800
Gr: 9-12 | 6 students Minority enrollment: 17%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 49417, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 49417, MI include Rosy Mound School, Peach Plains School and Robinson School.
How many public schools are located in 49417?
12 public schools are located in 49417.
What percentage of students in 49417 go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 49417 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 49417?
49417 public schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).

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